Was ist Black Currant?
A small, dark purple-black berry known for its intense tartness and rich, musky flavor.
"The Powerhouse of Tartness"
Wie schmeckt Black Currant?
Tart, astringent, musky, earthy, sometimes slightly sweet when ripe.
- Taste
- Tart, Astringent, Musky, Fruity
- Texture
- Soft, Juicy, Small Seeds
- Aroma
- Fruity, Earthy, Pungent
- Acidity
- High
Technical Metrics
Popular Liqueur
Crème de Cassis
Primary Global Producer
Poland
Vitamin C Content
Higher than oranges per serving
Nährwertangaben
Per 80g (1 cup)Geheimtipp des Chefs
To reduce tartness in fresh black currants for desserts, macerate them with a little sugar for an hour before use.
Black Currant Ersatz & Verhältnisse
Der beste Ersatz für Black Currant ist Blueberries + Lemon Juice, verwendet im Verhältnis 1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup. Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness.
| Ersatz | Verhältnis | Am besten geeignet für |
|---|---|---|
| Blueberries + Lemon Juice Am besten | 1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup | Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness. |
| Red Currants | 1:1 | Similar tartness and appearance, but less intense flavor. |
| Cranberries | 1:1 | Very tart, good for jams and sauces, different texture. |
| Dark Cherries (sour) | 1:1 | Adds similar color and a pleasant tartness, often sweeter. |
Wie man Black Currant auswählt & lagert
Choose firm, plump berries with no mold or shriveling.
Womit passt Black Currant gut zusammen?
- Game Meats
- Desserts
- Jams
- Syrups
- Gin
Häufig gestellte Fragen
Wie schmeckt Black Currant?
Tart, astringent, musky, earthy, sometimes slightly sweet when ripe. Fruity|Earthy|Pungent
Was ist ein guter Ersatz für Black Currant?
Der beste Ersatz ist Blueberries + Lemon Juice (1:1 berries + 1 tsp lemon per cup). Good color and texture match, lemon adds tartness.
Wie wählt und lagert man Black Currant?
Choose firm, plump berries with no mold or shriveling.